Our community of almost one hundred artists (and counting) are passionate about using their talents to create top quality, consummate artworks that create a relationship with the viewer and animate the lives of those afflicted by gun violence. Moreover, they take on the daunting challenge of working with the grieving loved ones of the victims. It is an emotional journey that informs and empowers their work and very often opens their eyes to worlds not previously known to them. In large part, our artists are not the kind of activists that march, carry signs, or join rallies at state houses (although many are). They choose to use their mastery of the many styles, approaches, and mediums that they use to memorialize these souls and to bring attention to this tragic epidemic of gun violence in the compelling way that only art can accomplish. They march with brushes, pens, glue, modeling compound, glass, dyes, wax, and love.

Our artists are listed in alphabetical order (last name), click on their name to learn more about each artist through their website/online presence. Please Note: Artists with no clickable links do not have a website/online presence.

Keisha Whatley meeting with Mrs. Khalilal Moore about her son Khallil - who was featured in our 2021-22 Exhibition. Photograph by Rich Wexler http://www.richwexlerphotographer.com/

Keisha Whatley in her studio working on "Kha2x", her portrait of Khallil Henderson. who was featured in our 2021-22 Exhibition. Photograph by Rich Wexler http://www.richwexlerphotographer.com/

“Such an awesome expreince that I strongly reccomend taking part of in some form. Sometimes seems like a ‘how can I really make a difference’ situation with gun violence but after engaging and connecting with the victim’s family, it becomes so emotionally engrossing you cant help but feel like you’ve at least attempted to help heal something so completely broken. ”
— From artist, Rusty Eveland

Artist Garth Herrick with his portrait of Erica Elyse Hillyard titled "I Will Miss Your Growing, Your Cries, Your Laughter" and Erica's mother, Stephanie Johnson, being interviewed by Matteo Iadonisi of 6ABC. Portrait was from our 2020-21 exhibition.

“Thank you so much to Souls Shot for the work you do to bring awareness of so many lost to gun violence. As an artist, it was an honor to be a small part in keeping their memory alive for family and friends.”
— From artist, Beth Carson

Sculptor Laura Frazure adjusts her portrait of Troy Smith, Jr. She worked with Troy's mother, Renee Whitmore. Troy was featured in our 2021-22 Exhibition.

Artist Helene Halstuch with her portrait of Zaki Thomas and his mother Veronica Rex. Photograph taken during our 2022-23 Philadelphia exhibition opening reception on November 2022.